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MediaKind A10 1RU Beam MK.IO 1RU Dell PowerEdge R260 Server – Contribution/Reception/Headends
Product Code:
A10 1RU
Condition:
New
Availability:
YES
Weight:
15.60 KGS
Width:
92.00
(cm)
Height:
24.00
(cm)
Depth:
59.50
(cm)
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Flexible cloud-connected contribution
MK.IO Beam for contribution is engineered to meet the demands of modern live content acquisition, delivering pristine video quality with maximum efficiency. Its flexible architecture allows for field reconfiguration for IP or satellite contribution, up to 4:2:2 10-bit UHD targeted at a range of server options. It’s ideally suited to live events, where we can offer the flexibility of paying on a pure consumption basis.
MK.IO Beam connects to the cloud, enabling direct and automated control, monitoring and life cycle management via the MK.IO cloud portal for the ultimate in efficient operations.
Flexible cloud-connected broadcast & streaming
MK.IO Beam modernizes traditional broadcast and streaming headend workflows with a cloud-connected, software-based approach. Running on standard COTS servers, it delivers cost-effective, portable, and programmable live video processing. Fully integrated with the MK.IO cloud orchestration layer, Beam enables centralized control, monitoring, and software lifecycle management.
Its flexible commercial models, including pay-as-you-go, multi-year enterprise licenses, and perpetual licenses ensure streamlined procurement and scalability for any deployment.
Highly adaptable cloud-connected professional receiver
MK.IO Beam for reception is engineered to meet the evolving demands of processing at the edge of your network, delivering high-quality video and audio decode with maximum efficiency. Its flexible architecture allows for seamless integration into existing workflows, providing a future-proof solution for content turnaround and distribution.
Flexible, all-inclusive licensing that scales with you
Pay as you go
Only pay for what you use. Metered pricing lets you control costs and adapt with ease—no overcommitting.
Perpetual license
Get a one-time, all-inclusive license that meets your long-term needs and protects your investment.
Enterprise licensing
Need something bigger? Our enterprise plan offers unlimited flexibility with a comprehensive license that covers your evolving business.
BEAM MK.IO includes all licensing options by default. Billing is based solely on the number of active channels. UHD channels are available as a premium service.
| Input | Baseband input | 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI; SDI over IP (SMPTE ST 2022-6); SMPTE ST 2110 with NMOS IS-04, IS-05 |
| Compressed input | IP inputs with IGMPv3-based redundancy, dual multicast redundancy, Pro-MPEG FEC, SRT. RTMP, MPEG-2 TS | |
| Satellite demodulation | DVB-S, DVB-DSNG, DVB-S2, DVBS2X | |
| Output | Formats | SPTS, MPTS |
| Protocols | IP, UDP, RTP, RTMP/RTMPS, ASI | |
| Reliable transport | SRT, RIST, Zixi | |
| Satellite modulation | DVB-S, DVB-DSNG, DVB-S2, DVBS2X | |
| Baseband output | 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI; SDI over IP (SMPTE ST 2022-6); SMPTE ST 2110 with NMOS IS-04, IS-05 | |
| Multiplexing | ASI Full remuxing with SI/PSI generation | |
| Content security | Encryption | BISS Mode 1 & E, BISS CA, Fixed key 128/256 AES, BISS CA, AES, Director |
| Common Interface | All majorCAMs supported | |
| Video encoding | Video codecs | HEVC, H.264, MPEG-2, JPEG-XS |
| Chroma & bit depth | 4:2:2 10-bit / 8-bit; 4:2:0 8-bit (10-bit UHD) | |
| Resolutions | 480i (SD), up to 2160p (UHD) | |
| Framerates | 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 | |
| HDR compatibility | HDR10, HLG10, PQ10 | |
| Data rate | CBR, VBR, and CVQ 100 kbps to 60 Mbps | |
| Audio encoding | Audio codecs | MPEG-1 Layer-II, AAC, HE-AAC 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0, 5.1, Dolby AC3, Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 |
| Audio channels | Up to 8 stereo pairs per service | |
| Passthrough | Linear PCM, Dolby E®, Dolby Digital®, Dolby Digital Plus® | |
| Data rate | From 4.75 kbps to 320 kbps (from 64 to 1024 kbps for DD+) | |
| Processing | Loudness control | |
| Metadata and ad insertion | Subtitles | Passthrough and translation for EIA-608/CEA-608 and EIA-708/CEA-708 Closed Captions, SCTE-20, DVB Teletext, DVB Subtitles, SCTE-27 |
| Ad insertion Nielsen | ARIB B24 WebVTT for HLS, DFXP for HSS, WebVTT or SMPTE-TT for DASH EBIF/EISS/AIT, SCTE-35 passthrough Watermark extraction for multiscreen | |
| Monitoring & control | Cloud control | MK.IO |
| Interface | Web interface or REST API | |
| Standard protocols | SNMP, NTP, IGMP |
MK.IO Beam runs on certified COTS servers or on MediaKind‑provided servers
A‑SERIES – Short form‑factor, economical, low density
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HD AVC 4:2:0, 4:2:2 → 4 channels
-
HD HEVC 4:2:2 → 3 channels
-
HD JPEG XS 4:2:2 → 4 channels
-
UHD HEVC 4:2:2 → 1 channel
E‑SERIES – Standard form‑factor, high density, high I/O
-
HD AVC 4:2:0, 4:2:2 → 24 channels
-
HD HEVC 4:2:2 → 20 channels
-
HD JPEG XS 4:2:2 → 20 channels
-
UHD HEVC 4:2:2 → 4 channels
Hardware Support – Beam Hardware
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For MK.IO Beam deployments on MK.IO Beam hardware
-
Hardware repair services
-
MediaKind remote diagnostics
-
Coverage includes MK.IO Beam hardware and I/O cards (not software)
Software Support Tiers
Beam Base
-
Access to ticketing system
Beam Enhanced – Everything in Beam Base plus:
-
Reactive support with SLA & service credits
-
Access to latest software releases
-
Technical ops support available on a chargeable basis
Beam Premier – Everything in Beam Enhanced plus:
-
Assigned customer success manager
-
Dedicated Slack channel
-
5 hours/month technical ops support
-
Additional tech-ops hours at discounted rate
| Severity | Description | Response | Remedy | Restore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Critical | 30 min | 8 hours | Date shared within 10 business days |
| 2 | Major | 1 hour | 16 business hours | Date shared within 10 business days |
| 3 | Minor | 12 business hours | Date shared within 10 business days | – |
| 4 | Technical query | 5 business days | – | – |
Cold Spares
-
Recommended for mission‑critical environments
-
MK.IO Beam software entitlements are easily transferred to spare units
-
Licenses are tied to the MK.IO account for seamless reallocation
MediaKind BEAM MK.IO Additional Resources
https://docs.mediakind.com/beam
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Flexible cloud-connected contribution
MK.IO Beam for contribution is engineered to meet the demands of modern live content acquisition, delivering pristine video quality with maximum efficiency. Its flexible architecture allows for field reconfiguration for IP or satellite contribution, up to 4:2:2 10-bit UHD targeted at a range of server options. It’s ideally suited to live events, where we can offer the flexibility of paying on a pure consumption basis.
MK.IO Beam connects to the cloud, enabling direct and automated control, monitoring and life cycle management via the MK.IO cloud portal for the ultimate in efficient operations.
Flexible cloud-connected broadcast & streaming
MK.IO Beam modernizes traditional broadcast and streaming headend workflows with a cloud-connected, software-based approach. Running on standard COTS servers, it delivers cost-effective, portable, and programmable live video processing. Fully integrated with the MK.IO cloud orchestration layer, Beam enables centralized control, monitoring, and software lifecycle management.
Its flexible commercial models, including pay-as-you-go, multi-year enterprise licenses, and perpetual licenses ensure streamlined procurement and scalability for any deployment.
Highly adaptable cloud-connected professional receiver
MK.IO Beam for reception is engineered to meet the evolving demands of processing at the edge of your network, delivering high-quality video and audio decode with maximum efficiency. Its flexible architecture allows for seamless integration into existing workflows, providing a future-proof solution for content turnaround and distribution.
Flexible, all-inclusive licensing that scales with you
Pay as you go
Only pay for what you use. Metered pricing lets you control costs and adapt with ease—no overcommitting.
Perpetual license
Get a one-time, all-inclusive license that meets your long-term needs and protects your investment.
Enterprise licensing
Need something bigger? Our enterprise plan offers unlimited flexibility with a comprehensive license that covers your evolving business.
BEAM MK.IO includes all licensing options by default. Billing is based solely on the number of active channels. UHD channels are available as a premium service.
| Input | Baseband input | 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI; SDI over IP (SMPTE ST 2022-6); SMPTE ST 2110 with NMOS IS-04, IS-05 |
| Compressed input | IP inputs with IGMPv3-based redundancy, dual multicast redundancy, Pro-MPEG FEC, SRT. RTMP, MPEG-2 TS | |
| Satellite demodulation | DVB-S, DVB-DSNG, DVB-S2, DVBS2X | |
| Output | Formats | SPTS, MPTS |
| Protocols | IP, UDP, RTP, RTMP/RTMPS, ASI | |
| Reliable transport | SRT, RIST, Zixi | |
| Satellite modulation | DVB-S, DVB-DSNG, DVB-S2, DVBS2X | |
| Baseband output | 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI; SDI over IP (SMPTE ST 2022-6); SMPTE ST 2110 with NMOS IS-04, IS-05 | |
| Multiplexing | ASI Full remuxing with SI/PSI generation | |
| Content security | Encryption | BISS Mode 1 & E, BISS CA, Fixed key 128/256 AES, BISS CA, AES, Director |
| Common Interface | All majorCAMs supported | |
| Video encoding | Video codecs | HEVC, H.264, MPEG-2, JPEG-XS |
| Chroma & bit depth | 4:2:2 10-bit / 8-bit; 4:2:0 8-bit (10-bit UHD) | |
| Resolutions | 480i (SD), up to 2160p (UHD) | |
| Framerates | 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 | |
| HDR compatibility | HDR10, HLG10, PQ10 | |
| Data rate | CBR, VBR, and CVQ 100 kbps to 60 Mbps | |
| Audio encoding | Audio codecs | MPEG-1 Layer-II, AAC, HE-AAC 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0, 5.1, Dolby AC3, Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 |
| Audio channels | Up to 8 stereo pairs per service | |
| Passthrough | Linear PCM, Dolby E®, Dolby Digital®, Dolby Digital Plus® | |
| Data rate | From 4.75 kbps to 320 kbps (from 64 to 1024 kbps for DD+) | |
| Processing | Loudness control | |
| Metadata and ad insertion | Subtitles | Passthrough and translation for EIA-608/CEA-608 and EIA-708/CEA-708 Closed Captions, SCTE-20, DVB Teletext, DVB Subtitles, SCTE-27 |
| Ad insertion Nielsen | ARIB B24 WebVTT for HLS, DFXP for HSS, WebVTT or SMPTE-TT for DASH EBIF/EISS/AIT, SCTE-35 passthrough Watermark extraction for multiscreen | |
| Monitoring & control | Cloud control | MK.IO |
| Interface | Web interface or REST API | |
| Standard protocols | SNMP, NTP, IGMP |
MK.IO Beam runs on certified COTS servers or on MediaKind‑provided servers
A‑SERIES – Short form‑factor, economical, low density
-
HD AVC 4:2:0, 4:2:2 → 4 channels
-
HD HEVC 4:2:2 → 3 channels
-
HD JPEG XS 4:2:2 → 4 channels
-
UHD HEVC 4:2:2 → 1 channel
E‑SERIES – Standard form‑factor, high density, high I/O
-
HD AVC 4:2:0, 4:2:2 → 24 channels
-
HD HEVC 4:2:2 → 20 channels
-
HD JPEG XS 4:2:2 → 20 channels
-
UHD HEVC 4:2:2 → 4 channels
Hardware Support – Beam Hardware
-
For MK.IO Beam deployments on MK.IO Beam hardware
-
Hardware repair services
-
MediaKind remote diagnostics
-
Coverage includes MK.IO Beam hardware and I/O cards (not software)
Software Support Tiers
Beam Base
-
Access to ticketing system
Beam Enhanced – Everything in Beam Base plus:
-
Reactive support with SLA & service credits
-
Access to latest software releases
-
Technical ops support available on a chargeable basis
Beam Premier – Everything in Beam Enhanced plus:
-
Assigned customer success manager
-
Dedicated Slack channel
-
5 hours/month technical ops support
-
Additional tech-ops hours at discounted rate
| Severity | Description | Response | Remedy | Restore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Critical | 30 min | 8 hours | Date shared within 10 business days |
| 2 | Major | 1 hour | 16 business hours | Date shared within 10 business days |
| 3 | Minor | 12 business hours | Date shared within 10 business days | – |
| 4 | Technical query | 5 business days | – | – |
Cold Spares
-
Recommended for mission‑critical environments
-
MK.IO Beam software entitlements are easily transferred to spare units
-
Licenses are tied to the MK.IO account for seamless reallocation
MediaKind BEAM MK.IO Additional Resources
https://docs.mediakind.com/beam
Warranty Information
Standard Warranty Included
